The Only Drill You Need to go from 4.0-4.5 (plus Val DiLuggo) | Pod 53

The Only Drill You Need to go from 4.0-4.5 (plus Val DiLuggo) | Pod 53

Author: This Pickleball Life with Jilly B and K Dub November 10, 2024 Duration: 1:35:18

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Pickleball therapist Val Dillugo joins Jilly B & Kdubs to offer advice on how to play with a loved one. She also addresses how best to handle unsolicited coaching advice. Jilly B & Kdubs catch you up on their whirlwind past five weeks, including a Gold medal in Dallas & a missed MLP playoff opportunity. The girls headed to Baja, Mexico for an incredible camp at the magical Tres Palapas and shares the one drill that has taken KW from a 4.00 to now a 4.33 DUPR (go K-Dubby!). Plus, what new injectable therapy is Jill trying in her wrist and is it something that could you help you? One thing that’s definitely helping—portable red light therapy. Don’t miss pod 53—the girlies have been busy bees. 



0:00 The new “old” studio

3:33 Did you win a paddle?

5:57 Jilly B is No. 3 (actually No. 2!)

14:59 Will MLP allow unsigned players next year?

19:58 Jill got dumped by her sister?! 

29:50 Ohhhhh Mex-i-cooooooo (Tres Palapas Camp)

33:45 The BEST drill to level up in pickleball 4.0 to 5.0

40:00 A camper BAGS Jill hard

43:45 Get your hands on one of these coaches! 

46:55 Jilly is your canary in the coal mine: Prolo Therapy

51:50 PBgods.com is getting a makeover! 

54:30 500 mg of caffeine before playing?!

56:42 Interview w/ pb therapist Val Diluggo 

1:00:55 60% of problems are NOT solvable (manage them!)

1:06:35 You and your partner against the world mentality 

1:09:47 What to do when you and your partner disagree?

1:13:50 What is communal effervescence? 

1:19:45 How to handle unsolicited coaching! 



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Jill Braverman and Kristin Walla discuss timely pickleball topics, news, advice, and humor. Equal parts humor, entertainment, and instruction. If you love pickleball, you'll love this podcast. 


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Ever find yourself wanting to talk about pickleball with friends who get just as obsessed as you do? That’s the feeling you get tuning into This Pickleball Life. Hosts Jill Braverman (Jilly B) and Kristin Walla (K Dub) bring their distinct voices together for conversations that mirror the sport itself-fast-paced, social, and full of unexpected spins. They dive into the latest news and gear, break down strategy in a way that’s actually useful, and share stories from the court that are equal parts hilarious and relatable. It’s less of a formal lesson and more like eavesdropping on two savvy players debriefing after a great match, covering everything from a tricky dink shot to the latest community drama. The whole This Pickleball Life podcast is built on that blend of genuine advice and entertainment, making it feel like you’re part of the conversation. They even take on listener dilemmas in their "Dear Jilly B" segment, offering thoughtful and often funny answers to the questions that plague every player, from etiquette to improving your third-shot drop. If your life somehow involves a paddle and a plastic ball, this is the company you want to keep.
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